The flavors of vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, zippy basil and sweet balsamic vinaigrette come together in the perfect combo in this mouthwatering caprese salad with grape tomatoes. It’s tomato season, ya’ll — and I can’t think of a better way to ring it in than this caprese salad with grape tomatoes & mini mozzarella balls. […]
Soup & Salad
Zesty Cilantro Salad
If you adore cilantro by the handful and you’re wondering, “What can I make with lots of cilantro?” you’re in luck. You’ll go crazy for this zesty, zingy cilantro salad! Cilantro on a bed of romaine is the star of the show, along with plenty of chopped tomatoes & cucumbers. The savory vinegar-y dressing takes […]
Roasted Broccoli Salad with Bacon & Pecans
Be prepared to make this roasted broccoli salad over & over again once you try it! Roasted broccoli combines with salty crispy bacon, crunchy pecans, sharp red onion, and the most delightful tangy-sweet dressing to keep you coming back for more. It’s pretty unusual for me to go back for seconds at a church potluck […]
American-Style Cullen Skink (smoked fish chowder)
A hearty smoked fish chowder filled with potatoes and onions, this cullen skink recipe is sure to be a new family favorite. Today you will learn how to make this traditional Scottish soup which is adapted for American kitchens and is so simple to make. The first time I ever heard of Cullen Skink, I […]
Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup (hearty & healthy!)
On chilly nights, you need the best Instant Pot vegetable beef soup recipe to warm you to your toes! Made with tender chunks of beef, a variety of veggies and potatoes, plus super-sweet cherry tomatoes, this soup is cold weather comfort food at it’s finest. Cooking it in the Instant Pot makes the flavors meld […]
Classic Greek Salad Dressing (authentically Greek!)
Take your favorite salad up another notch with this authentic greek salad dressing! A savory blend of olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, this homemade dressing takes only takes 5 minutes to make. My love affair with Greece runs DEEP. They seem to make the best of literally everything. Food, art, […]
